Genus: Heliotropium
Species: arborescens
Common Name: Heliotrope
Family: Boraginaceae
Order: Lamiales
Native: Peru
Habit: Shrub
Height: 1 to 4 feet
Width: 1 to 2 feet
Flowering Season: Summer to Fall
Flower Color: Blue-violet to purple, lavender or white
Propagation: Seed or stem cutting
Zone: 10-11
Note: Heliotrope is suitable for beddings, edging, containers,
cut flower gardens, accents and as a house plant. Pinching the shoots of
this plant will enhance bushiness. Removeal of spent flowers enhance additional
flowering. Helotrope is cultivated in southern Europe for use in perfumeries.
Monitor plant for mealy bugs, aphids, spidermites and whiteflies. Prefers
sunny, moderately dry, well-drained, organic-rich soil.
